We chose this preschool for our son for a few different reasons. The involvement of parents was…read morekey. My husband and I wanted to be fully aware of what the daily curriculum was going to be and to be able to spend time in the classroom. I think Cooperative preschools are great and they are especially wondeful for parents who either are anxious about sending their kids out in the world or they want to keep a closer eye on them. At this age they mostly learn through play and that is what is encouraged in the classroom. They also learn to clean up after themselves, how to be a good friend to their peers, and beginning stages of conflict resolution. They have outdoor time everyday and have opportunities to explore. We have watched our son grow, develop, and mature during his first year of preschool and have confidence that when it is time to move on to Kindergarten that he will be ready. Note: the address has changed.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Small World! My daughter had barely had a babysitter…read moreher first three and 1/2 years of life, and I was reluctant to sign her up for pre school. My husband and I toured the school and felt the warm, welcoming vibe right away. The teachers are amazing and my daughter has blossomed socially as well as academically. Everyone is kind and considerate and my daughter has just loved every minute she has been attending. We love Small World Montessori!

Both of my kids went here and they both have loved it. The school supports their independence and…read moreteaches them valuable skills that have prepared them for success in the classroom. They also have made a bunch of great friends and love all the teachers.

Our experience at this school mirrors what others have said. Administration is more interested in…read moredefending the teacher's poor behavior than providing support to the children. Outside the box thinkers and "researchers" are targeted as problem children instead of celebrated and supported. The quality of education is lacking and has transitioned more to a daycare than a school. Class sizes for kindergarten and higher have significantly shrunk while prices have soared. Parents are more interested in perceived "status" than in their child's actual well-being and behave accordingly. Any challenges to the status quo are interpreted by the administration as direct attacks - you will be put on an implied watch list and will also be provided with a verbal reminder that there are other children on a waiting list. This waiting list appears to be in threat only as they're constantly advertising open spots and asking for referrals. There will be more days off and half days than the public school district. But don't worry! You can pay more money for extended care. My overall assessment is - if your child is compliant, you're a "go with the flow" kind of person, aren't concerned about the quality of education, and love to pretend this school is prestigious, you'll do great! Note: they've clearly started a fake reviews campaign on the Great Schools page

Love love love Monroe Montessori. It's next door to Windermere Monroe and right next to the Monroe…read morePolice station it feels very safe. Down the street is the public library Perfect for getting books and dropping off books.

Our daughter started July 24 and the growth she has shown is amazing. We love how much she's…read morelearning and we're sad to see her teacher leave but the admin is very supportive and open to communicating any way needed.

Montessori School of Snohomish County Review (MSCC). After the Fall of 2022, it has been more like…read morea hostile takeover in comparison to the well-run Montessori School that we had been enrolled in for almost three years prior.   These are just a few documented situations I have seen in the past 18 months that have made me un-enroll and leave these reviews and reports to various groups.   1 Teacher turnover. There has been a concerning amount of teacher turnover, teachers who have been teaching for multiple years, had continued education and training in the Montessori world. They valued the education and structure they were giving and teaching to children. They left for lack of organization, and violations of children's safety (medicine mix-ups, observations of students being grabbed, put in restraint time outs, children being cut down for what they wore or were given to eat from home. False situations are being documented targeting children they don't want to work with anymore). They left because of not being paid correctly, not having the correct ratios or ages in the classroom, not being given adequate breaks, and being threatened by office employees that listen to conversations from the cameras throughout the buildings. These teachers are now being replaced with "walk-in applications" teachers with no experience. There has been no confirmation that background checks are even being done.   2 Communication on school closings, and fees. One minute they are a school and go according to the Everett Public School calendar for days off/snow days. One minute they are a care facility and want to do days off for conferences for two- and three-year-olds. They seem to change the way they run things based on what is convenient for them. There is no rhyme or reason. As a parent, you are just at the mercy of the poorly communicated, and illy timed messages from the app.   3 You will NEVER get a callback; three observed concerns were so concerning that the owner was called directly. All three times she answered her phone, she declared that the situation was concerning and did try to communicate her dedication to safety but yet... she continued to allow her office employees to make some major mistakes without real repercussions on them. She may be dedicated to safety by handing out money for new locks on a few doors but that is about all that is seen. There is never a call back on a true solution.   4 Not Montessori anymore. They may have 1-2 teachers that have previous Montessori backgrounds, or a little continuing education. But generally, outside of the materials and the "rug play" there are no Montessori foundations or accreditations. Just the Montessori payment monthly.   Care is hard to find but keep searching.

Jackie is fantastic and very attentive to our children's needs. Incredibly understanding and caring…read moretowards the children as well. There are a number of positive adjectives I could use to describe how welcoming and hard working she is, but they would probably come short of actuality. She makes childcare a top priority. In addition, she make you and your children feel like a priority. She has addressed any concern (I haven't had many) with prompt actions. Thanks again to people like Jackie for helping be a constructive person in child learning!

First, and before I write down my opinion about the school, I just want to say to the writer of the…read morefirst article that what happen to your child is not enough to judge the school with a one star, please remember that it's a school which it's have a classrooms and of course they need a quit place. Well, My princess daughter starts last year in the preschool and I'm very thankful and appreciate their work, the way they teach the kids, The activities they plan, the room they decorate, and their friendships-- it's all incredible, and it's helping our daughter (and us!) believe that school is fun, which is incredibly important. My daughter will be in kindergarten next year, and she's ready for that, she can write her name and trying to read full word too in addition to counting and art etc. The preschool have fun classes every week like music, dance and happy feet class and monthly programs like parent night out, or a special visitor like the book mobile or a magician or baby kangaroo and horses (they will come in the next two days). This preschool is cool and very special Thanks for everything!

I am so thrilled to see a Montessori school that caters to 6th thru 12th graders. So many kids seem…read moreto struggle with the public school system and it's general teaching method. I see this is an excellent opportunity to ensure those that struggle with socially anxieties or just needing to learn in a different approach to be successful in the pivotal years that set them up for adulthood! Thank you to the dedicated staff and parents that are making this happen!

From the owner: Everett Montessori Academy is one of less than 150 Montessori schools in the US to offer education…read morethru 12th grade. Our students (grades 1 thru 12) learn at their pace and in the way they absorb the information best and earn all the necessary credits needed to receive High School diploma. Our teachers place the needs of the students above all else. We are able to provide your child with the ideal class size of 25 students or less with 2 certificated teachers. This is something no public school could ever offer. Our teachers thrive on the success of each of their students, fueling them to create the ideal environment for your child to thrive as an individual.

I can't say enough good things about Nancy's Noah's Ark. My daughter attended NNA from preschool…read morethrough Kindergarten and loved it so much she has requested to go back the past few years for their summer camp! The teachers and staff are warm, nurturing and attentive. They create a safe and engaging environment where kids can learn, play and grow. We always look forward to their thoughtfully planned summer activities. From arts and crafts to outdoor play, each day is filled with creativity and fun. I wholeheartedly recommend Nancy's and we are grateful to have found this wonderful place!

Still going strong! My daughters now finishing up pre-k at Nancy's this year. She loves it! She…read morewill sing songs from school daily, beg to say grace before dinner and gets really excited to show us her art projects. If we pick her up too early, she gets upset and wants to stay at school. Our family loves Miss Nancy and all of the teachers and staff at the school. On the rare occasion we have had a concern, they have addressed it immediately. We can't wait to send our youngest here in a couple of years!

My son attended this preschool for 2 years and we loved it! The teachers are warm and really care…read morefor the kids. The kids learn a lot in fun and creative ways through the Montessori program. My son learned independence and made great friends. I highly recommend this school - we will miss it!

Loved EBM! Great program and the teachers are very sweet and attentive. Our kids learned so much…read morethere and are more advanced than most kids their age. Mariela manages a great program and the Spanish immersion works extremely well. Fully recommend!

This school has truly become such a special place for our family. Our older child attended here,…read moreand we had such a positive experience that choosing it for our younger child was an easy decision. The teachers genuinely care about each child and create a warm, nurturing environment where they feel known, supported, and encouraged to grow into themselves. We can't walk down the halls without multiple teachers saying hello and calling out to both our children. Watching both of our children develop their confidence, independence, and love of learning here has meant so much to us. We feel incredibly lucky to have found a school and community that our family has loved being a part of.

My daughter joined September of 2025 when she just turned 1. She had been with myself and my mother…read moreup until that point and having worked in many Early Childhood environments myself for over a decade; I was incredibly nervous, having seen and experienced all the horror stories first hand. The Director Joanne, Assistant Director RJ, and Toddler Teachers Ms. Cami and Ms. Helen have been a God-send. They have and continuously uphold high standards, truly care about the wellbeing and education of your child, and are genuinely invested in having your family as a part of their community. It was a steep learning curve for myself, being anxious entrusting my treasure and heart to complete strangers, but through transparent communication and above and beyond efforts from the individuals above, trust and bonds were quickly built. The teachers are always focused on interacting with the children at their level and are so engaged during every moment of everyday. Both teachers put in so much time and effort, not only for the children, but also the classroom environment, so that the children truly get the best experience possible!! The consistency of attendance with the teachers are also outstanding and rare for the field!! My husband and I truly feel so grateful for these 4 individuals in helping our child during this crucial development period in her life and for helping us, her parents, get through the difficult pages of these early chapters **pictures depicting children have been edited and screenshotted to protect their privacy**